Is bamboo flooring good for kitchens?

This entry was posted on September 28, 2018 by chris elliott.

We get asked this question so much: 'Is bamboo flooring good for kitchens?'. The answer is yes, you can use bamboo flooring in a kitchen. First of all, you will find bamboo flooring to be extremely versatile and can be installed in almost any room in your home. It will look great in your kitchen and you will find it to be a very stable and durable floor covering. Furthermore, we have many different styles and colours of bamboo flooring for you to choose from. You will easily find something that can match your kitchen interior.

Which types of bamboo flooring is good for kitchens?

You can use any type of bamboo flooring in your kitchen; solid, engineered and strand woven. Bamboo is a natural floor covering that is able to withstand slight fluctuations in temperature, moisture and humidity. You will expect to find these conditions in a kitchen environment. Because bamboo is so durable and versatile it will react to these changes, but not become damaged in any way.

Natural Strand Woven Bamboo in a Kitchen

Where else can I use bamboo flooring?

You can use bamboo in most areas of your home:

Living spaces

Bedrooms

Dining rooms

Hallways

Conservatories

Home offices or studies

Nurseries or Children’s rooms

Playrooms

Staircases

You can also use strand woven bamboo in commercial properties because it has the strength and stability to deal with a high amount of footfall.

Please do not use bamboo flooring in is any wet areas such as bathrooms and utility rooms. Bamboo is not waterproof and can become damaged if excess water is left on the surface for too long. If you are looking for a floor for a bathroom, why not look at Luxury Vinyl Tiles which are 100% waterproof.

Finally, if you are unsure about which type of bamboo flooring to choose for your kitchen, why not have a look at: